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Investors began the week digesting news of a second assassination attempt on Donald Trump, but otherwise all eyes were looking towards the US Federal Reserve and whether it would cut interest rates for the first time in more than four years. In the run-up to Wednesday’s announcement, market bets implied a more than 60% chance of a half point interest rate cut. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/edBdJfej #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

What are the benefits of taking on a non-executive director role? Working in a NED role at a different company from your own is a popular way to broaden leadership experience. This can help advance your career towards bigger leadership roles, such as chair of a larger company, or just help you understand how boards and corporate governance work in other companies. A NED role can also give you different types of experience; for example, you can learn more about innovation at a technology start-up, or supply chains and risk management at a large manufacturing company. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eR735i8t #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

With the new government’s first Budget scheduled for 30 October, we’re starting to hear some hints and theories about what may be included in the statement. What any changes will actually mean for everybody is yet to be fully understood and, unless there are significant leaks in advance, we won’t know the detail until the day. But it pays to keep abreast of speculation. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eBVV-jgv #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

Financially, it’s been a difficult few years for households, across all income brackets. As a result, many families focused down on day to day costs, at the expense of longer term investing and pension saving. Now, the government is widely reported to have its sights on raising certain taxes too, particularly those that protect personal assets, and affect our longer-term planning. And although the overall economic forecast is now more positive, the withdrawal of the Winter Fuel Allowance coupled with predicted energy price rises and possible tax rises may mean many families aren’t out of the woods yet. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/efWA2aCE #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

In today’s investment landscape, it's no longer just about rapid growth at any cost; businesses must focus on quality and efficient growth to thrive. This means building long-term value through profitability, strong cash flow, innovation, and a skilled workforce. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eEs8Wcin #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

St. James’s Place’s Real Life Advice Report reveals that financial advice can improve mental wellbeing, financial resilience, and overall quality of life. Yet, 33% of people don’t think it’s relevant to them, highlighting the need to raise awareness of its transformative benefits. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ebQzDBJp #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

Loneliness has many negative effects on those who have the misfortune to experience it, most notably poor mental and physical health. But one further consequence that’s often overlooked is the increased likelihood of becoming the victim of a financial scam. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ebZ6zA2V #experience #health #loneliness #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

In 13 of the past 18 years, not a single US stock which was a top 10 performer in one year also made the top 10 in the next, highlighting the risks involved when chasing performance. Past performance is not a guide to the future and may not be repeated. #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

A lot of small businesses insure their premises, equipment and machinery. But strangely, they often don’t protect against the more important risk of key individuals dying or having serious health problems. Key person insurance addresses this critical issue by paying a cash sum if that happens. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gYREQjXZ #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner

If you’re selling or exiting a business, you’ll hopefully receive a significant cash sum – your reward for years of hard work. But before you sign the deal, it’s essential to plan what you intend to do with the money – including whether to use some of it to support your loved ones. If you’re intending to pass your wealth on, how and when you do so has tax implications for your beneficiaries. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/epFHkCjU #investments #finance #financialplanning #financialadvice #financialmanagement #lifestyleplanning #financialplanner